Our brain is always there. From birth, and even prenatally, it is exposed to the environment. How does the brain react to that? The brain shows spontaneous or intrinsic activity that seems to remain ...

The medical consequences of traumatic brain injuries are well-studied and affect millions of Americans every year. But one of ...

Trauma doesn’t always end when the danger is over. For many, the body and brain remain locked in survival mode, long after the traumatic event has passed. This is the painful reality of post-traumatic ...

Traumatic experiences caused by climate, such as experiencing a wildfire, can have lingering impacts on how our brains work, according to a UC San Diego study published Wednesday. The researchers ...

Have you ever wondered what causes forgetfulness and how to avoid it? Forgetfulness can have various causes, including stress ...

Women are more than twice as likely as men to develop stress-related conditions such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but the biological mechanisms underlying that risk have remained poorly ...

Traumatic experiences caused by climate, such as experiencing a wildfire, can have lingering impacts on how our brains work, according to a UC San Diego study published Wednesday. The researchers ...

Traumatic events actually cause distinct behaviors in the brain. Recalling a traumatic episode can make your brain think you are reliving it. The trauma response stems from your brain’s evolved ...

The ovarian hormone estradiol plays a key role in shaping how the brain responds to perceived threats after trauma in women ...

Two soldiers experience the same explosion. One returns home and gradually readjusts to civilian life. The other develops PTSD, jumping at sudden sounds and showing erratic and violent behavior. How ...

As we gain better understanding of how slips, trips and fall accidents can affect the brain, it’s time to consider new ...

An F/A-18E Super Hornet launches from the flight deck of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier Carl Vinson in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy) Flying a fighter jet is often ...